Hot Dog Bean Balls

Get ready to elevate your comfort food game with these savory and satisfying Hot Dog Bean Balls! This creative twist on classic meatballs combines hearty canned kidney beans, flavorful hot dogs, and a blend of pantry staples like breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika for a smoky kick. The mixture is easy to shape and pan-fry until golden, resulting in a crisp exterior and tender, protein-packed center. Perfect as a fun appetizer, party snack, or even a main course, these bean balls pair beautifully with a side of BBQ sauce or ketchup for dipping. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a pleasing balance of textures and flavors, this versatile recipe is your go-to for an effortless crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) Canned kidney beans
• 2 pieces Hot dogs
• 3 tablespoons Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cups BBQ sauce or ketchup (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned kidney beans thoroughly, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Mash the beans using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.

Step 3

Finely chop the hot dogs into small pieces and add them to the mashed beans.

Step 4

Add breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined. The mixture should hold together when shaped; if it's too loose, add an extra tablespoon of breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You should have around 12–15 balls.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the bean balls in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 7

Cook the bean balls for 8–10 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure they brown evenly on all sides.

Step 8

Once cooked, transfer the bean balls to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the Hot Dog Bean Balls warm, with your favorite dipping sauce like BBQ sauce or ketchup. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	760.8 grams (760.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1459

Total Fat 61.00g	78%
Saturated Fat 14.80g	74%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 273mg	91%
Sodium 4348mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 178.80g	65%
Dietary Fiber 30.00g	107%
Total Sugars 56.40g
Protein 53.70g	107%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 263mg	20%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2042mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 48.4%